These flies are called scorpion flies because their enlarged abdomen resemble a scorpion’s tail and stinger. They lives near but not in water and needs moist, cool habitats to breed and develop. They spend most of their lives hanging on leaves and branches, looking for insect prey. In spite of its alarming looks, they don’t bite or sting humans as their not venomous. Scorpion flies do not cause harm or damage to homes. Interestingly, females select their partners based on gift offerings of prey.
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